2. This Sanctification is 229229 1 Thes. 5.23.throughout, in the whole man, yet imperfect 230230 Rom. 7.18,23.in this life; there abideth still some remnants of corruption in every part, whence ariseth a 231231 Gal. 5.17. 1 Pet. 2.11.continual, and irreconcilable war; the Flesh lusting against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the Flesh.

3. In which war, although the remaining corruption for a time may much 232232Rom. 7.23.prevail; yet through the continual supply of strength from the sanctifying Spirit of Christ the 233233Rom. 6.14.regenerate part doth overcome; and so the Saints grow in Grace, perfecting holiness in the fear of God, 234234Eph. 4.15.16. 2 Cor. 3.18. ch. 7.1.pressing after an heavenly life, in Evangelical Obedience to all the commands which Christ as Head and King, in his Word hath prescribed to them.